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The latest and breaking news and investigative reports about Idaho public education.

Grant applications are now live. Here’s what you need to know

The funds will be distributed as early as July.

First parent advisory council meeting sheds light on state microgrant program

Panelists will spend the next four months seeking feedback from parents around the state.

An IBE Lunch & Learn parent presentation.

Idaho Falls businesses step in to educate families on college and career paths

A pilot program hosted by Idaho Business teaches parents about the many options for their children.

New Empowering Parents advisory committee to begin work next week

The committee will do its work as the Empowering Parents education microgrant program becomes permanent — but faces increased scrutiny.

In their own words: New video series, made for Idaho classrooms, highlights tribal youth

The teens will be celebrated at a red carpet film premiere Saturday. The event is free and open to the public.

Wilder students tackle sustainability topics in new animation film

The “The Return to Oz” premieres at the Egyptian Theater Tuesday evening.

Schools prepare to add financial literacy courses to the upcoming school year

Educators with social studies or economics endorsements are qualified to teach it.

Idaho’s four-year schools seek tuition and fee hikes of 5% or more

The State Board of Education will meet Monday to discuss the tuition and fee hikes — and proposed presidential salary increases of 5% or more.

Two Idaho students earn national recognition

The award is granted based on academic merit and community leadership and service.